1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tesla |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2352 mm |
