2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 324 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Venturi |
Model | V12 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |