1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1065 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.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1955 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | DB2 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |