1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 674 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
| Model | Express | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2601 mm |
