1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 164 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. 2003 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | SSR |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
