1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS. (363 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 355 TS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 110 L |
