2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2006 Aston Martin V12 and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 402 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 598 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V12 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |