1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (291 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima. 2011 Nissan Maxima 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. 2011 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |
