1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 59 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1488 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2013 GMC Yukon 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. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
Model | DB2 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |