2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 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 197 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
