1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1

To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 543 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 892 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.

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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model V8 Vantage R 390 GT1
Year Released 1994 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 543 HP 543 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1098 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2730 mm


 

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