1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 18 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | V8 Vantage | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |