1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari D 50. (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari D 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 991 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50. 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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari D 50 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari D 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | D 50 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2601 mm |
