2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Victor 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 311 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. 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 | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | V8 Vantage | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |