2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica 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 382 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 970 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |