1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
