1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 342 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 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB2 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |