2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 335 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 675 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |