1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1954 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1954 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
