1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. (256 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. 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:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
