2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian 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 296 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 580 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
