1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (398 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 114 L |
