2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 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 274 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | 2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |