2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 294 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cortina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |