New Aston V8 with 420bhp or a used Ferrari F430???

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About to swap an ageing Vanquish S for a newer, more nimble car...this is the current dilemma - any feedback would be welcome -- what would you do?

The new Aston V8 due in August will have a 4.7 litre engine and 420 bhp, as well as DBS dash and sports pack....

or for the same money, a late 05 or 06 F430 in a subtle colour?

F430 = more exciting, better near perfect drive
AMV8 = prettier, less in your face, should go better too

As the car will spend a decent amount of time in London (but not in much traffic) -- which way is best???

Thanks!!!

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Maff said:

I went from 2 V8 Vantages to a F430 and I agree with Murph, they are chalk and cheese.

The F430 is not as easy to use every day, in fact I ended up buying a new 330d to use as an everyday car. The 430 is (IMO) 50% more than what the V8 Vantage is in terms of a drivers car, feedback, outright pace, handling, etc etc.

I also agree with the other post above, if money were no object I would have both a V8 Vantage for everyday 'fun' (handles very well, ideal for long trips, power/engine that allows you to wind it up and enjoy the sound) and the F430 for weekends etc.

If you still have trouble deciding just get both, one after the other of course! They are both great cars that I love(d) every minute of

Thanks! The comments have been very useful to me