2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1947 Austin 16 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | 16 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1947 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |