1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 755 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
