1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 288 GTO | DB9 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4709 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |