2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 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 181 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V12 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
