1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | 411 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |