2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 456M | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 456M | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |