1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
