1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 200 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DB9.
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) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 328 GTS | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 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 | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2746 mm |
