1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 766 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | Dino | DBS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
