1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Camaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |