1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 240Z 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 398 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 924 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Datsun |
Model | V8 Vantage | 240Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |