1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire 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 346 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
Model | V8 Vantage | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 161 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 | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 33 L |