Compare the2023 Aston Martin DB11VS 2022 Ferrari 296 GTB

The Aston Martin DB11 has standard driver and front passenger side knee airbags mounted low on the dashboard. These airbags helps prevent the driver and front passenger from sliding under their seatbelts or the main frontal airbags; this keeps them better positioned during a collision for maximum protection. Knee airbags also help keep the legs from striking the dashboard, preventing knee and leg injuries in the case of a serious frontal collision. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer knee airbags.

The DB11 has standard head airbag curtains which act as a forgiving barrier between the driver and front passenger's upper bodies and the window and pillars. Combined with high-strength steel door beams and lower side airbags this system increases head protection in broadside collisions. The 296 GTB doesn't offer side airbag protection for the head.

The DB11 has a standard Birds-eye Camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The 296 GTB only offers a rear monitor and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the front or sides.

Both the DB11 and the 296 GTB have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and rearview cameras.

The Aston Martin DB11 weighs 650 to 882 pounds more than the Ferrari 296 GTB. The NHTSA advises that heavier cars are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

The DB11’s corrosion warranty is 7 years longer than the 296 GTB’s (10 vs. 3 years).

The 296 GTB’s redline is at 8500 RPM, which causes more engine wear, and a greater chance of a catastrophic engine failure. The DB11 has a 7000 RPM redline.

On the EPA test cycle the DB11 V8 gets better fuel mileage than the 296 GTB running its gasoline engine (18 city/24 hwy vs. 16 city/22 hwy).

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the DB11 V12’s fuel efficiency. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

Both the DB11 and 296 GTB have a standard automatic start/stop engine feature to stop unnecessary fuel waste and pollution at stoplights and heavy traffic. The DB11 has a standard disable switch for the system, so a driver can keep the engine from shutting off when the vehicle stops temporarily.

The DB11 has 2.7 gallons more fuel capacity than the 296 GTB (20.5 vs. 17.8 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

For better traction, the DB11 has larger front tires than the 296 GTB (255/40R20 vs. 245/35R20).

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the DB11’s wheelbase is 8 inches longer than on the 296 GTB (110.4 inches vs. 102.4 inches).

The DB11’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (51% to 49%) than the 296 GTB’s (40.5% to 59.5%). This gives the DB11 more stable handling and braking.

The DB11 has standard seating for 4 passengers; the 296 GTB can only carry 2.

The DB11 has 11 cubic feet more passenger volume than the 296 GTB (72 vs. 61).

The DB11 has a much larger trunk than the 296 GTB (9.9 vs. 5 cubic feet).

To make loading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the DB11’s trunk can be opened just by kicking your foot under the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer a hands-free gesture to open its trunk, forcing you to put cargo down if your hands are full.

The DB11’s standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The 296 GTB’s available power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can’t be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

The DB11’s power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The 296 GTB’s power mirror controls are on the dash where they are possibly hidden by the steering wheel and are awkward to manipulate.

The DB11 has standard heated front seats, which keep the driver and front passenger extremely comfortable in the winter. Heated seats aren’t available in the 296 GTB.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the DB11 keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the DB11’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

The DB11’s standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won’t have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer dual zone air conditioning.

The DB11’s Auto Parking can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The 296 GTB doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

The Aston Martin DB11 comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Ferrari 296 GTB isn’t available as a convertible.