1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 208 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex. 2012 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Flex |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |