2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1958 BMW Isetta
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta 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) has 367 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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 | 1958 BMW Isetta | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | Isetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 13 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1510 mm |