2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 665 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corvair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |