2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer 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 260 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |