1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. (85 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 234 kg more than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. 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.
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1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | DeLuxe | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3546 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1867 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |