1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1947 Austin A 125
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 125 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 424 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 125. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 125 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1947 Austin A 125 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | V8 Vantage | A 125 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 125 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3360 mm |
