2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 905 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Silverado | DBS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2741 mm |