1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1966 Austin A 60
To start off, 1966 Austin A 60 is newer by 11 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) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Austin A 60. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1966 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB2 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
