1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 344 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Monte Carlo | DBS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |