1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 534 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Skyline | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
