2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (443 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB9 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 464 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1760 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 133 L |