2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Vector M12

To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Vector M12.

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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2003 Vector M12
Make Aston Martin Vector
Model V8 Vantage M12
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4700 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 484 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 469 Nm 576 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2750 mm


 

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