1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1948 Austin 16
To start off, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. 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:
| 1952 Aston Martin DB2 | 1948 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB2 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
