2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda SSM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda SSM would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine.
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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | SSM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |