2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | 312 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 12300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |