1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 24 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 74 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB2 | L |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
