2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 167 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | V8 Vantage | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 46 L |