1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 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 289 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |