1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1995 Rover MGF 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 468 kg more than 1995 Rover MGF. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MGF |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
