1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1946 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1946 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1946 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
