The Vantage has a standard Birds-eye Camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The Daytona SP3 only offers a rear monitor.
Both the Vantage and the Daytona SP3 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding and daytime running lights.
The Vantage’s corrosion warranty is 7 years longer than the Daytona SP3’s (10 vs. 3 years).
The Vantage’s optional 5.2 turbo V12 produces 28 lbs.-ft. more torque (542 vs. 514) than the Daytona SP3’s 6.5 DOHC V12.
On the EPA test cycle the Vantage gets better mileage than the Daytona SP3:
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4.0 turbo V8 |
18 city/24 hwy |
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5.2 turbo V12 |
14 city/22 hwy |
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6.5 DOHC V12 |
12 city/16 hwy |
An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Vantage V12’s fuel efficiency. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.
An eight-speed automatic is standard on the Aston Martin Vantage, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the Daytona SP3.
For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Vantage F1/V12 has standard 21-inch wheels. The Daytona SP3’s largest wheels are only 20-inches in the front and 21-inches in the rear.
The Vantage has a standard driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads. The Daytona SP3’s suspension doesn’t offer adjustable shock absorbers.
The Vantage has a standard automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.
For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the Vantage’s wheelbase is 2.1 inches longer than on the Daytona SP3 (106.5 inches vs. 104.4 inches).
The Vantage is 8.7 inches shorter than the Daytona SP3, making the Vantage easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.
The Vantage has 3 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Daytona SP3 (47 vs. 44).
When three different drivers share the Vantage, the memory system makes it convenient for all three. Each setting activates different, customized memories for the driver and front passenger’s seat positions, steering wheel position and outside mirror angle. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a memory system.
The Vantage’s standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Daytona SP3’s available power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can’t be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.
If the windows are left open on the Vantage the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the Daytona SP3 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.
Keyless Entry standard on the Vantage allows you to unlock the driver’s door, trunk and start the engine all without removing a key from pocket or purse. This eliminates searching for keys before loading groceries, getting in the vehicle in bad weather or making a hurried start to your trip. The Ferrari Daytona SP3’s Keyless Start doesn’t unlock the doors or the trunk.
Heated windshield washer nozzles are standard on the Vantage to prevent washer fluid and nozzles from freezing and help continue to keep the windshield clear in sub-freezing temperatures. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer heated windshield washer nozzles.
Optional air-conditioned seats in the Vantage keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.
On extremely cold winter days, the Vantage’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.
The Vantage has a standard center folding armrest for the driver and front passenger. A center armrest helps combat driver fatigue. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer a front seat center armrest.
The Vantage’s standard separate stalk mounted cruise control on/off switch is conveniently located with the rest of the cruise controls. The Daytona SP3’s standard cruise control must be turned on with a hard to find switch on the dashboard.
The Vantage’s standard GPS navigation system has a real-time traffic update feature that plots alternative routes to automatically bypass traffic problems. (Service not available in all areas.) The Daytona SP3’s navigation system doesn’t offer real-time traffic updates.
The Vantage’s Auto Parking can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The Daytona SP3 doesn’t offer an automated parking system.
The Aston Martin Vantage comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Ferrari Daytona SP3 isn’t available as a coupe.