2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |
