1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1952 Aston Martin DB2 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB2 | 599 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 105 L |