1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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 372 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sentra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |