1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 200 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 138 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Project Vantage | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
