2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Centura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
