1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 29 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 46 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zastava |
| Model | DB2 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
