2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 280 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | Vanquish | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
