1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | DB2 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
