2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (542 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin V12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V12 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
