2006 Acura TL vs. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | TL | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 549 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 113 L |