1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 51 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival 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 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | DB2 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
