1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB2 | GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
