1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Aston Martin |
Model | Galant | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2601 mm |