2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 138 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
Model | V8 Vantage | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |