2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Vanquish | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |