1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1969 Isuzu 117 is newer by 14 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, 1969 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
| Model | DB2 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
