1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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) has 244 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 592 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (500 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 968 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 500 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |