1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane 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 336 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 96 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 Renault Safrane, 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (234 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Project Vantage | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
