1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 331 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Estate. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | Project Vantage | Estate |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
