1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 189 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Project Vantage | 308 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
