2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F55. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55. 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 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 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 110 L |
