1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156. 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:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 156 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
