1960 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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.
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1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DBR2 | 365 GTB |
Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1197 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 127 L |