1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 23 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Saleen |
Model | V8 Vantage | S7 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2692 mm |