2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 4,280 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 180 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | V8 Vantage | Tickford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |