1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1962 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1962 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |
