1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Ford F-150

To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.

Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1997 Ford F-150
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model V8 Vantage F-150
Year Released 1984 1997
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 5406 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 370 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 467 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 2135 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 3050 mm


 

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