1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 26 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 86 kg more than 1972 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.
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1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Vantage | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |