1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Festiva | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
