2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 215 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V12 | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 118 L |