2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
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:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
