1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Altezza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |