2012 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 170 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin DBS | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DBS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4719 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
