2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 392 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (417 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 433 Nm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |