1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB2 | Mythos |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 96 L |