1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria 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 281 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Gloria |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |