1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |