2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. (398 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 835 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Vantage | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |