2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1257 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
