1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 59 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 726 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB2 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 86 L |
