2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB 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 222 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 651 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. 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) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Vanquish | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
