1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB2 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |