1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Coin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Coin would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1974 Ford Coin. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Coin.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Coin. (146 Nm). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Coin. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Coin |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
