2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1963 Porsche 718
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 718. (146 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 718. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 980 kg more than 1963 Porsche 718. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1963 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 718 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
