2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 299 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 675 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Renault 11 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | 11 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |