1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 267 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB2 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |