1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB2 | KS 360 Modena |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 773 Nm |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |
