1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 605 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 California has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 365 California | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 97 L |
