1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Fairlane | Vantage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |