1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
