1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Panamera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 100 L |