1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Bentley State Limousine
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. (400 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley State Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1398 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Bentley State Limousine | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | V8 Vantage | State Limousine |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 3390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 100 L |