1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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:
| 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 365 GT4 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
