1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2000 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Triumph | Aston Martin |
| Model | 2000 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
