2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Caprice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |