1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-150 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
