1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Project Vantage | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
