1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 23 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 145 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 854 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 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. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | E-250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 132 L |