1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Altima |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |