2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 266 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 618 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
