2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova 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 275 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Holden Nova | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Nova |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |