2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | TL | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 521 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
