1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1960 Austin A 40
To start off, 1960 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1960 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB2 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 26 L |