2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |