1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
