1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 24 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 813 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 973 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1090 mm |
