1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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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1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |