1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 483 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Titan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 140 L |