1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
