1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1951 Buick 40
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1951 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Project Vantage | 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
