1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1961 Ferrari 196
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 196. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 196 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 196. (208 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 196. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 196. 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 Volante | 1961 Ferrari 196 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 196 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
