1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 15 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 389 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 51 L |
