1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 8 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 404 more horse power than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero 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. 2003 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | V8 Vantage | Alero |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |