1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 13 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
