1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 30 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 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 110 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB2 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |
