2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | Enzo | DBS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
