1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Vauxhall Carlton 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 95 more horse power than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. (355 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 46 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. (531 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Project Vantage | Carlton |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 531 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |