2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 21 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 391 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2013 Lincoln MKS has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | V8 Vantage | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
