1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Rover 216 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | 216 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |