1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 13 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 11 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1967 MG MGB. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1967 MG MGB | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | DB2 | MGB |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |