1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1954 Austin A 90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Aston Martin DB2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB2 | A 90 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
