1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 180 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB4 | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 140 L |