1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 212. (163 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 945 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 212 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 159 L |