1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 270 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
