1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
Model | Newport | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2604 mm |