1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 46 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 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. 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 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | GT1 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |