1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Ford Mustang. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang. 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Mustang | Vantage |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |