1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 1970 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Vantage | Centura |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |