1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 37 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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.
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1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | 355 Spider |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |