1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 54 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 752 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 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB2 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
