1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sierra | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
