2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
