1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1942 Tatra T87
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Tatra T87. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Tatra T87 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1942 Tatra T87. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1942 Tatra T87. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 450 kg more than 1942 Tatra T87. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1942 Tatra T87 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
| Model | V8 Vantage | T87 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
