2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
| Model | Centieme | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
