1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 259 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Beijing |
| Model | V8 Vantage | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
