2011 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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 Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rapide | Magna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |
