2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 1995 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Vantage | F355 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 364 Nm |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |