2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 207 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 242 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 | 1645 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |