1968 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Suzuki Fronte | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Suzuki | Aston Martin |
| Model | Fronte | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
