2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Vanquish | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
