1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB2 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |