1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1969 Ford Fairlane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Ford Fairlane. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |
