2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 218 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 2001 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 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 202 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
