While they both have similar goals in mind, only V is successful in his attempt. While V dies in Evey’s arms, and not being able to see Noresefire be overthrown, his work was enough to break through the governments thick walls. Both characters believe in having freedom and believe that freedom is worth fighting for. Both characters were successful in their own way because they show everyone that ideas like freedom and relationships and a quality of life are worth protecting and fighting for even if the enemy is your own