1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is newer by 48 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 2,999 cc, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 584 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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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. 2002 Lexus Minority Report will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Aston Martin DB2 2002 Lexus Minority Report
Make Aston Martin Lexus
Model DB2 Minority Report
Year Released 1954 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2580 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 108 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 417 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1158 kg 1742 kg
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2680 mm