2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 518 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | Vanquish | 993 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |