2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 25 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Nomad |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
