2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter 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 322 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 970 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |