1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. 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 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DB2 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
