1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. (691 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Vantage | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1800 kg |
