1941 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 386 more horse power than 1941 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1941 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 797 kg more than 1941 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Ford Taunus | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Taunus | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 420 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2604 mm |
