2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Holden UTE
To start off, 2012 Holden UTE is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Holden UTE. (357 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden UTE.
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, 2012 Holden UTE (530 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2012 Holden UTE 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 | 2012 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Vantage | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 357 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
