2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 526 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
Model | Vanquish | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |