2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | F355 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |