2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (400 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 400 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 Vanquish (542 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
