2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Coin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Coin 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 319 more horse power than 1974 Ford Coin. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Coin.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Coin. (146 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Coin. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Coin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
