2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda 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 321 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 30 L |
