1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,340 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 240 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
