2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX 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 129 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 1998 Honda NSX 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. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |