2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V12 | 8V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
