2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 692 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Capri. (185 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
