2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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 V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | Dino |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |