2005 MCC Crossblade vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC Crossblade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Crossblade would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 440 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 951 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Crossblade has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Crossblade 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:
| 2005 MCC Crossblade | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | MCC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Crossblade | DBS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2741 mm |
