1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2601 mm |
