1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 108 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (260 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB2 | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
