1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1996 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 42 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1996 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
