1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 32 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 288 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 637 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | NV |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 106 L |