1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. Both 1999 Dodge Charger and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage are equipped with a 4,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Charger. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 551 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charger | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 420 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1631 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2601 mm |
