2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Vanquish | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 258 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 | 1910 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |