2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. 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 (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Vanquish | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
