2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | V8 Vantage | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |