1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 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 363 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
