1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 is newer by 29 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 378 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | G5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |
