1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 324 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi 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 | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB2 | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 120 L |