2007 Acura MDX vs. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura MDX.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura MDX. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 113 L |
