1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 543 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Silverado |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |