2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA

To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 7 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 348 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Aston Martin V12 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model V12 ALTIMA
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 521 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 577 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4595 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1795 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1421 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 76 L