1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 374 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Saloon | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 67 L |