2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1991 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion 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 432 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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, 1991 Ford Orion, 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1991 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V12 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
