1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1950 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1950 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
