1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 208 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2746 mm |
