2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Challenger. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V12. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V12 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
