2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 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 4,700 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 312 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 535 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 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 |