1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB3 | F399 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |