1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 402 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | V8 Vantage | Azure |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |