1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 36 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (542 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Panamera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |