2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 686 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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 Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vanquish | Berline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
