1955 Abarth Renault vs. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | Renault | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4282 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 77 L |
