1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 589 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Express |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 117 L |