1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
