1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 290 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 361 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Project Vantage | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
