1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 19 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 54 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
