2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Vanquish | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
