1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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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1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Volante | 512 F1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 12000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |