2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 896 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vanquish | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
