1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 415 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 748 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1242 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
