1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 724 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corvette |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |