1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150. 2010 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | E-150 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |