1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 28 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 406 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | V8 Vantage | SX4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 42 L |