1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 269 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
