1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 40 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB2 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |