1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 597 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cambridge |
Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |