2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 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 149 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |
