2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Aerostar 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 (380 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Ford Aerostar. 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 (410 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |