2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,735 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1962 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 977 kg more than 1962 Porsche 356. 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 356 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |