1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (330 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cayman |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |