2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1966 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT 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 413 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1966 Bizzarrini GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Vanquish | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
