1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 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 36 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
