2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | V8 Vantage | Bigua |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |