1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
Model | V8 Vantage | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1810 mm |