1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 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 487 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 502 kg more than 1971 GAZ 24. 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 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | V8 Vantage | 24 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2111 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |