1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 19 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 239 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 3400. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 3400.
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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 3400. (359 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 3400. 2000 Porsche 3400 has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Porsche 3400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 3400 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |