1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 321 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 119 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Highlander |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |