1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 654 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 365 GT4 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4389 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1160 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |