1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird 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 333 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 274 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Thunderbird | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
