2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,282 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |