2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant 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 346 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 705 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
