1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 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 354 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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 Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Vantage | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 77 L |
