1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 384 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 941 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Vantage | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1280 kg |
