1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Gloria | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2604 mm |
