1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 766 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
Model | Sprinter | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4700 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2601 mm |