Compare the2022 Ferrari F8VS 2022 Aston Martin DBS

Using vehicle speed sensors and seat sensors, smart airbags in the F8 deploy with different levels of force or don’t deploy at all to help better protect passengers of all sizes in different collisions. The F8’s side airbags will shut off if a child is leaning against the door. The DBS’ side airbags don’t have smart features and will always deploy full force.

The F8 has standard four wheel antilock disc brakes for quicker stops and controlled steering ability, especially under poor traction conditions. Antilock brakes cost extra on the Aston Martin DBS.

Both the F8 and the DBS have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rear parking sensors and available rearview cameras.

Ferrari pays for scheduled maintenance on the F8 for 7 years and unlimited miles. Ferrari will pay for oil changes, lubrication and any other required maintenance. Aston Martin doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the DBS.

The F8 offers a standard sequential manual gearbox (SMG). With no clutch pedal to worry about and a fully automatic mode, an SMG is much more efficient than a conventional automatic but just as easy to drive. The DBS doesn’t offer an SMG or a conventional manual transmission.

The F8’s launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The DBS doesn’t offer launch control.

The F8 offers an optional space-saver spare tire so you can replace a flat tire and drive to have the flat repaired or replaced. A spare tire isn’t available on the DBS; it requires you to depend on roadside assistance and your vehicle will have to be towed.

For better maneuverability, the F8’s turning circle is 2 feet tighter than the DBS’ (38.7 feet vs. 40.7 feet).

The Ferrari F8 may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 900 to 1100 pounds less than the Aston Martin DBS.

The F8 is 4 inches shorter than the DBS, making the F8 easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The F8’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The DBS doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

With its coupe body style and remote trunk release lockout, the F8 offers cargo security. The DBS’ non-lockable remote release defeats cargo security.

A standard locking glovebox keeps your small valuables safer in the F8. The DBS doesn’t offer locking storage for small valuables.

The F8’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The DBS does not have an oil pressure gauge.

In poor weather, headlights can lose their effectiveness as grime builds up on their lenses. This can reduce visibility without the driver realizing. The F8 has standard headlight washers to keep headlight output high. The DBS doesn’t offer headlight washers.

The F8’s optional rear and side view mirrors have an automatic dimming feature. These mirrors can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on them, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The DBS has an automatic rear view mirror, but its side mirrors don’t dim.

The F8 was chosen as one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” in 2016. The DBS has never been an “All Star.”