1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 20 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |
