2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Porsche 911
In comparing the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage's and the 2012 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2012 Porsche 911 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage's and the 2012 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the 2012 Porsche 911 base engine makes 345 horsepower. The V8 Vantage is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 401 miles. The 911 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 423 miles. This gives the 2012 Porsche 911 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
53953 - 117876
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.151767
Aston Martin V8 Vantage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.468415 / 10
Reliability:
7.83683 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Aston Martin V8 Vantage Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 23Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
10 out of / 14Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Trim Levels
Not yet available
2012 Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 7300 rpm
Torque:
346 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
345 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
288 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.112 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
274 / 401 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 423 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
10.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
70.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3595 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
49.5 inches
Length:
172.5 inches
Wheelbase:
102.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3075 lbs
Width:
71.2 inches
Height:
51.6 inches
Length:
175.6 inches
Wheelbase:
92.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40R18