2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1962 Ferrari 156
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 156. 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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2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1962 Ferrari 156 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 156 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 119 L |