1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 197 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (569 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | Project Vantage | Camaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |