1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,340 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 61 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 586 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
