1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 13 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. (297 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 964 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider. 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 | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
