1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 16 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 477 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (392 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB2 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
