1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1956 Trabant P 70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB2 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |