1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 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:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
