1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Camaro |
Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |