1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 289 kg more than 1956 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB2 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |