2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,735 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 1999 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Vantage | F355 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4735 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 | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
