2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,700 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 312 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 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 1975 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
