1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1952 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 212. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 814 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 212. 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 Volante | 1952 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 212 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 159 L |
