2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,280 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 890 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Aston Martin | MCC |
Model | V8 Vantage | Smart |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |