1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 25 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, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport 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 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB2 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
