1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 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, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Triumph |
| Model | DB2 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
