1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 299 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | V8 Vantage | C21 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |