2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 334 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 295 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2011 Aston Martin DBS 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 2011 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
Model | Tiburon | DBS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |