2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Torino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |