2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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.
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2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V12 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |