1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 55 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 384 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | DB2 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |