1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 29 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 54 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB2 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
