1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 275. (256 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 720 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 275 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 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 | 1990 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 133 L |
