2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V12. (521 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V12. (577 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V12 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 577 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 330 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |