1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Venturi Coupe is newer by 30 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Aston Martin | Venturi |
Model | DB2 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |