1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
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 DBS (569 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2011 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 400 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 78 L |
