1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 America is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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 | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB2 | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 140 L |
