2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | Maranello | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 91 L |
