1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Blazer | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |