1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 50 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 497 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | DB2 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |