1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 31 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
