1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Taunus | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Taunus | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |