2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 307 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 596 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cortina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |