2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Suzuki C2
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki C2 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 129 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki C2. (251 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 898 kg more than 1999 Suzuki C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 852 kg |
