1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. 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:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
