1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Impala.
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.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Impala |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3851 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |