1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
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 | 1225 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |