1965 Porsche 904 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 998 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 904 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | 904 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
