1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |