2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Vantage | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |