2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1949 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Volkswagen Beetle 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 356 more horse power than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1949 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1949 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
