1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1946 Daimler DE 27
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 27. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 27 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 27. (110 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 27. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 27 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1946 Daimler DE 27 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
| Model | V8 Vantage | DE 27 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3520 mm |
