1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 47 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, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 53 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3260 mm |
