2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 612 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |