1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Aston Martin Chevrolet
Model Vantage Corvette
Year Released 1999 1962
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 5354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 251 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 475 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 315 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1315 kg


 

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