2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Florian 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
