1977 Aston Martin V8 vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 (340 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (542 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (379 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
