1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird

To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2005 Ford Thunderbird
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model V8 Vantage Thunderbird
Year Released 1986 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5338 cc 3933 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 370 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 388 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1752 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 70 L


 

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