2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 426 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 482 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |