1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 826 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | GT 40 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2601 mm |
