2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 400. (336 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Vanquish | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
