2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride 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 (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. 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 (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Floride |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |