1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 20 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 18 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
