1952 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 59 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 611 more horse power than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1952 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1952 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.
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1952 Aston Martin DB2 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pagani |
Model | DB2 | Huayra |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 700 HP |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2795 mm |