1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 208 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
