1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Aston Martin DB2 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
Make Aston Martin Lamborghini
Model DB2 Jarama
Year Released 1955 1974
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2579 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 179 km/hour 260 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 100 L