1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 275 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
| Model | 2-Litre | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
