1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saab |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
