2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (336 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
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 | 1645 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 120 L |