1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 35 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. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Boxter |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |