2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 554 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Vanquish | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2980 mm |
