1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2008 Subaru Forester 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. 2008 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Forester |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
