1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 19 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo. 2013 Smart Fortwo has automatic transmission and 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Smart Fortwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Smart |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 33 L |
