1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 837 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB2 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
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 | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 105 L |