2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 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 316 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Vantage | 124 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |