1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 175 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 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | DB2 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |