2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |