1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 968 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| 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 | 370 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 852 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
