2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cresta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |