2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Chevrolet Nova | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Nova |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |