1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Ferrari F1 86
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari F1 86. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari F1 86 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 (839 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari F1 86 should accelerate faster than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1986 Ferrari F1 86.
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:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Ferrari F1 86 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F1 86 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 839 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
