1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
