2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 760 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | Panda | DBS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 78 L |