1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | V8 Vantage | Copen |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 46 L |