2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 207 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL. 2011 Acura RL 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. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | V8 Vantage | RL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
