2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |