2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 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 217 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150. 1998 Ford F-150 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. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
