1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 748 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Contour |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |