1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP) has 343 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 968 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 356 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 74 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 52 L |