2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,735 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 307 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 745 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
