1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1967 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 312 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 312 (355 HP @ 10000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 707 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1967 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
