1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (473 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2007 Porsche 911
Make Aston Martin Porsche
Model V8 Vantage 911
Year Released 1977 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5340 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 549 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 274 km/hour 310 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 80 L