2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 | 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 4962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
