1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 29 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 418 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
