2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Austin A 60
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | A 60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
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 | 1710 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |