1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Project Vantage | 612 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 589 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 110 L |