1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Bentley Mark VI
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bentley Mark VI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bentley Mark VI would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bentley Mark VI weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Bentley Mark VI | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Mark VI |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
