1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 51 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 392 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC 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 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB2 | SC |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |