1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Porsche 936
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1980 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 936 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 700 kg |
