1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Corvette | DBS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |