2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Holden Calais

To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.

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, 2012 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Holden Calais 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. 2012 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2012 Holden Calais
Make Aston Martin Holden
Model V8 Vantage Calais
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4282 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 381 HP 344 HP
Torque 417 Nm 530 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors


 

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