1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 406 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1957 Skoda 440. 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 1014 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | Vantage | 440 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 930 kg |
