2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 335 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century. 1983 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Buick Century | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2662 mm |
