1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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 193 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sentra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |