2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette 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 80 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 339 kg more than 1991 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vanquish | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 262 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 | 1914 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
