1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 512 BB | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
