2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Vantage | Newport |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |