2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Porsche 964
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 964 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 120 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Porsche 964. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 964 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
