2012 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 940 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Rapide | Camira |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
