1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |
