1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. (240 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. 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:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | Vantage | 250 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1090 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 159 L |
