1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 19 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 58 more horse power than 2011 Nissan GT-R. (485 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Nissan GT-R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan GT-R. (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | GT-R |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 74 L |