1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 184 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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 Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Chevelle | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
