1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 487 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB2 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |