1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (1,139 Nm) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corvette | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 1139 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1631 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
