1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 12 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 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
