1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2011 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Virage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
