1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 25 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |