1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 25 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 449 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 898 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. 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, 2003 Kia Shuma, 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 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
