1988 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 594 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
Model | Montego | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |