2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Corvette | Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |