2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Beetle | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 24.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
