1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 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 19 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB5 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 95 L |
