1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Falcon | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |