1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 9 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (520 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | V8 Vantage | Vanquish |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |