1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 360 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 791 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sprinter | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2604 mm |
