1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 30 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 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 249 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL. 2012 Acura RL 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. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 73 L |
