1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 512 BBi | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 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 | 120 L | 80 L |
