2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 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 197 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 400.
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 (420 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DBS | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1800 mm |
