1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 33 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 470 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 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB2 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
