1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 53 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. 2006 Porsche Cayman 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. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB2 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
