1999 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |