2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Magnus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Magnus 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 309 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. 2000 Daewoo Magnus 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. 2000 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daewoo |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Magnus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
