1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1949 Ford Custom
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ford Custom would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1949 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Ford Custom.
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:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1949 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Custom |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
