2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 247 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V12 Vantage | Colt |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
