1969 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 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 (420 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Porsche 911 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
Model | 911 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |