1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 32 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 740 kg more than 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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.
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1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 1269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6075 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |