2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 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) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 911. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 911.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |