1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1967 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 639 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 275. 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:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1967 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Volante | 275 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
