1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | 208 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |