2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore 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 227 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |