1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 21 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Impala |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
