1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Aston Martin |
Model | Bravada | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2601 mm |