2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
