2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |