2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (430 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 911 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
