1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 317 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 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) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | Dino | DBS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 569 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |