1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 43 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 714 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB2 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |