1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 287 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Project Vantage | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |