1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 72 L |
