1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,935 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 670 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 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:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | GT 40 | Vantage |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |