1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1957 Morris Isis is newer by 2 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB2 | Isis |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |