1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 940 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Aston Martin | Sunbeam |
Model | Vantage | Rapier |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |