2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DBS | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
