1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
| Model | DB2 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
