1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 23 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 169 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 17 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. 2009 Fiat Ulysse 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. 2009 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |