1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Ford 24.7

To start off, 2000 Ford 24.7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 782 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7, 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford 24.7. (359 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford 24.7. 2000 Ford 24.7 has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford 24.7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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