2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 413 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V12 | Sera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |