1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 314 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Berlina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |