2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century, 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 V12 Vantage (569 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century. 1989 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V12 Vantage | Century |
Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 569 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2664 mm |