1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 46 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 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 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 | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB2 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
