1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 16 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 343 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 493 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2010 Volkswagen CC
Make Aston Martin Volkswagen
Model V8 Vantage CC
Year Released 1994 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 543 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4798 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 70 L


 

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