2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2004 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2004 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Vanquish | Maranello |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1956 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |