2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB9 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
