1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 58 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 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 756 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB2 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2921 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
