1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Bentley Turbo. (396 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 94 L |
