2004 Lotec C 1000 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 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2004 Lotec C 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Lotec | Aston Martin |
| Model | C 1000 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
