1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 1995 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | V8 Vantage | Swift |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 40 L |