1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 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) has 373 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 830 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |