2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 769 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Express | DBS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
