2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1947 Buick 40
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1947 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1947 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Buick 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1947 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 5249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
