2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1981 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra 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 257 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 58 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1981 Buick Electra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | V8 Vantage | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |