1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 228 weights approximately 110 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 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 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB2 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
