1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1999 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1999 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | Vantage | Sebring |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |