1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 16 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 13 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | DB2 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
