1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. 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.
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1963 Pontiac Tempest | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Pontiac | Aston Martin |
Model | Tempest | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3524 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2604 mm |