1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | F355 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |