2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,934 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 206 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1977 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 (570 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 241 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 | 1890 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
