1980 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 802 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Escort | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
