1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 500 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 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 | 445 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 77 L |