2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1953 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 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.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1953 Chrysler Windsor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Vantage | Windsor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |