1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 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 345 more horse power than 2002 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Holden Berlina. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Berlina |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |