2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bravo | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
