1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. 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:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1992 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 159 L |
