1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 28 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 456 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKT. 2013 Lincoln MKT 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. 2013 Lincoln MKT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
Model | V8 Vantage | MKT |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
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 | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |