1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
Model | V8 Vantage | H1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |