1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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 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 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB2 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
