1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 308 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | DeVille |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |