2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 256 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2604 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |