2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | Dino |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 235 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 | 1835 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |