1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB4 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
