2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 462 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Vanquish | 512 BB |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |