1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 5,338 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 250 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Eos |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |