1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (495 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | F-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 110 L |