2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS

To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai i30 2012 Aston Martin DBS
Make Hyundai Aston Martin
Model i30 DBS
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1214 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4719 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 80 L


 

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