1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 37 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 822 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB2 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |