1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 400 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Toyota Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Quantum |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |