1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 52 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | DB2 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |
