1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 479 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Vantage | SP |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |