1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 1 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Project Vantage | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3440 mm |
