1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB5 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |
