2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Ford Fairlane. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane. 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.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 3930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |