1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB2 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
