1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 428 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vantage | T5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
