2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F 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 304 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Model F |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |