2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 114 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Magnum | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
