1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 15 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 421 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Versa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |
