1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vantage | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
