2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2011 Porsche Panamera 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. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |