1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 92 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB2 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 40 L |
