1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1988 Lada 2107 is newer by 33 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 32 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Lada 2107. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | DB2 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |