1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1160 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB2 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 98 L |
