2002 Acura TL vs. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
