1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 105.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 66 L |