1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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, 1987 Porsche 911 (763 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (746 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Project Vantage | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 763 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
