2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1952 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 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 305 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 180 kg more than 1952 Rover P4. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | P4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |