1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 28 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | GT-R |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 74 L |