1969 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini Manta. (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini Manta.
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, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Aston Martin |
| Model | Manta | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
