1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bugatti |
Model | V8 Vantage | Veyron |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |