2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 114 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille 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 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | DeVille |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |