2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | V8 Vantage | 88 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |