1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Pontiac Tempest
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Pontiac Tempest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Pontiac Tempest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Tempest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
