2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 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 333 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Seat 127, 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 127 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
