1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 23 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | V8 Vantage | G8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |