1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1510 mm |
