1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 95 L |