DecodedCarsAston Martin Vantage vs Ferrari 296 GTB
2026 Aston Martin Vantage vs 2026 Ferrari 296 GTB — two two seaterss compared on efficiency, size, safety and reliability.
The short version
The Ferrari 296 GTB is the bigger car, about 3 inches longer.
Across all model years since 2005, the Ferrari 296 GTB has had fewer recall campaigns (1 vs 4).
The two cars
The 2026 Aston Martin Vantage is a two seaters offered with a 4.0L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 177 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,847 lb (2dr Coupe).
The 2026 Ferrari 296 GTB is a two seaters offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive. It measures about 180 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,241 lb.
Basics
Efficiency
Performance & space
Safety & reliability
Interest
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Which one should you choose?
Choose the Aston Martin Vantage if…
It doesn't clearly beat the Ferrari 296 GTB on any measure we track.
Choose the Ferrari 296 GTB if…
- You want a hybrid or electric option
Pros & cons of each
2026 Aston Martin Vantage
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
2026 Ferrari 296 GTB
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
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