1977 Aston Martin V8 vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1977 Aston Martin V8. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Aston Martin V8.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Aston Martin V8. (542 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Aston Martin V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V8 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
