1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 23 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2007 Cadillac STS-V 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. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Cadillac STS-V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
Model | V8 Vantage | STS-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 595 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |