2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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 DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DBS | Dino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |