1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 188 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 517 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |