1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 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 229 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |