1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 330 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1969 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1969 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Coronet | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
