2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1980 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 864 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160. 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1980 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Vanquish | 160 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
