1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 636 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 2013 Ford Focus 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. 2013 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vantage | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 47 L |
