1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V8 Vantage | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |