1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 257 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Plymouth | Aston Martin |
Model | Valiant | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |