2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 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 216 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | V12 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
