2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Neon 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 248 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 461 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
