2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 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 310 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 356 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |