2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Austin 1300
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 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 321 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 852 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Austin 1300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |
