1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 28 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 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 703 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 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 Weight | 1992 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |
