1995 Acura Legend vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legend | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
