1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 250 GT | Vantage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |