1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 368 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |