1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 47 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 170 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 500 Superfast | Vantage |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |