2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 103 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 365 GTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |