1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 53 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 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1537 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2007 Bentley Azure 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. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DB2 | Azure |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 96 L |