1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 210 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
