2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova 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 276 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 1996 Holden Nova, 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 (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Holden Nova 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. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
