1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 2400 | Vanquish |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |