1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 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 429 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 839 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 593 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |