1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 28 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 401 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Maverick |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 62 L |