1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Vantage | F-450 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 142 L |