1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 113 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Torino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 87 L |
