1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Impala |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |