1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 527 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB2 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |