2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte 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 347 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 30 L |
