1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO

To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 267 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. (276 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO.

Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. (426 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi GTO. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1999 Mitsubishi GTO
Make Aston Martin Mitsubishi
Model V8 Vantage GTO
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 543 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 426 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2730 mm


 

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