2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude 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 340 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |