1979 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 111 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Granada | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |