1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 7 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
Model | DB2 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |