2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO

To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 110 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 1987 Ferrari GTO
Make Aston Martin Ferrari
Model V8 Vantage GTO
Year Released 2007 1987
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4282 cc 2855 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 380 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 904 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1225 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2360 mm


 

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