1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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.
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1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |