1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 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 | 1820 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
