2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
