2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 262 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
