1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2009 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre 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 434 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2009 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | 2-Litre | DBS |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 78 L |