2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 119 L |