1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (341 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 67 L |