1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 312 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 84 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | Project Vantage | Potentia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 181 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |