2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
