1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 32 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 310 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | V8 Vantage | H3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 102 L |
