1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 16 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 291 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura. 2009 Saturn Aura 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. 2009 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Aura |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |
