1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 19 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 343 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 536 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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, 2012 Kia Optima, 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Optima |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
