1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1963 Moretti 500 is newer by 8 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 90 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Moretti |
Model | DB2 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |