1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 536 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 129 L |
