2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 74 L |
