1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Honda F1
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda F1 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 332 more horse power than 1965 Honda F1. (217 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1965 Honda F1. 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 | 1965 Honda F1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |
