1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 120 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB4 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
